How To Fix FTR_GENERAL_CORE006 - No futures account found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_GENERAL_CORE - FTR_GENERAL_CORE

• Message number: 006

• Message text: No futures account found

What causes this issue?

For the selected item no futures account exists

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_GENERAL_CORE006 - No futures account found ?

  The SAP error message FTR_GENERAL_CORE006: No futures account found typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving futures contracts in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid futures account for the transaction you are trying to process. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The futures account may not be configured in the system. This could be due to missing master data or incorrect settings in the financial transaction configuration.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account assignment for the futures transaction may not be correctly set up, leading to the system being unable to locate the appropriate account.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the futures accounts, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the futures account data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the Financial Accounting or Treasury modules) and ensure that the futures accounts are properly defined.
  Verify that the account types and settings are correctly assigned to the relevant company codes and business areas.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the futures accounts to ensure that they exist and are correctly set up. This includes verifying the account numbers, descriptions, and any associated parameters.
  
  
  
  Correct Account Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to process has the correct account assignment. This may involve checking the transaction details and ensuring that the correct futures account is specified.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the relevant data to identify any discrepancies. This may involve using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view the underlying tables and data.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Verify that the user attempting to perform the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the futures accounts. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring futures accounts and troubleshooting related errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FTR_EDIT: For editing financial transactions.
  FTR_CREATE: For creating new financial transactions.
  OB52: For managing posting periods, which may affect account availability.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Treasury and Risk Management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.